After a week roughing it in the Outer Banks, this is a combination column that contains the top releases from the past two weeks. The two biggest theatrical releases were "Spider-Man 2" and "Blended." However, there were some really interesting lesser titles as well as a number of TV series bowing on disc.

"The Amazing Spider-Man 2," Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, 142 minutes, Rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi action/violence - Peter Parker (Andrew Garfield) enjoys being Spider-man and spending time with Gwen (Emma Stone). However, the sudden appearance of Electro (Jamie Foxx), a villain far more powerful than he threatens to destroy the people Spider-Man has been protecting. Add in a neat subplot about Peter's best friend Harry (Dane DeHaan), who takes over Oscorp and is determined to get a sample of Spider-Man's blood, and you have everything you need for a great popcorn movie. Bonus materials include deleted scenes, a music video and an in-depth "making-of" featurette.

- After a disastrous blind date, Jim (Adam Sandler) and Lauren (Drew Barrymore) find themselves and their children sharing a suite at an African resort. It's a very funny film as the two try to come to terms with each other and all the baggage they are carrying. There are some very funny moments, and the strong supporting cast includes Kevin Nealon, Terry Crews Shaquille O'Neal and Dan Patrick. Add-ons include deleted scenes and several shorts.

"The Sacrament," Magnolia Home Entertainment, 99 minutes, Rated R for disturbing violent content including bloody images, language and brief drug use - Two journalists decide to document a friend's reunion with his estranged sister. They follow him to an undisclosed location in another country that is known simply as "Eden Parish." On the surface, it appears to be a rural utopia presided over by the mysterious "Father." However, they soon discover that people want to leave but are unable. Although largely faded from the news, the Jonestown Massacre was a tragedy that claimed more than 900 lives. This film is a telling reminder that the potential for history to repeat itself always exists. Extras include several featurettes and a director's commentary.

"A Good Man," Lions Gate Home Video, 101 minutes, Rated R for violence, including some grisly images, language and some sexuality/nudity - After an assassination attempt goes terribly wrong, Alexander (Steven Seagal) goes off the grid. Living in Paris, he befriends a young Russian woman and her sister who are working off a debt to the Russian mob. Deciding to help them, Alexander soon finds himself caught up in a power struggle between the Russians and a Chinese arms merchant. Although there are a few silly parts, this is one of Seagal's better efforts in recent years. Bonus materials include deleted scenes and interviews.

"P-51 Dragon Fighter," Monarch Home Entertainment, 89 minutes, Not rated - While on patrol over the North African desert in World War II, a group of American fighter pilots are set upon by a number of fire-breathing dragons. Working with the occult, one of Hitler's commanders has added a new weapon to the Nazis' arsenal. Assembling an elite squadron, the Allies try to figure out how to destroy the dragons before they can turn the tide of the war. Add this to the list of other sci-fi films that have linked the Third Reich to the occult. If you like the genre, check it out. No extras.

Best of the rest:

"Jarhead 2: Field of Fire" - A Marine and his unit must help an Afghan woman, famous for defying the Taliban, flee the country;"Only Lovers Left Alive" - Finally reunited with his love, a vampire sees his new relationship threatened by her uncontrollable younger sister;"River of Skulls" - Set during the gold rush, the film focuses on a young woman who struggles to survive after her mother dies;"The Forbidden Girl" --The son of a fundamentalist pastor risks his soul as he becomes attracted to an irresistible witch;"My Gal Sunday" - When their parents are taken hostage, a pair of newlywed private eyes risk everything to get them back;"Lucky in Love" -A woman who has devoted her life to seeking perfection suddenly must choose between her goal and happiness;"The Stream" - Coming-of-age comedy about five friends whose trip to the mall turns into an epic adventure;"The Double" - A clerk in a government agency finds his life unraveling when a new co-worker turns out to be his exact double;"The Normal Heart" - A gay activist tries to raise awareness of the burgeoning AIDS/HIV crisis in the early 1980s.

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There are many, many TV series releasing season sets as they prepare for another year on the small screen.Among them are the first season of "The Millers" (three discs, $54.99), the complete series of "Now and Again" (five discs, $39.98) and the miniseries "Rosemary's Baby" ($19.98). Also out are the second season of "Revolution" (five discs, $59.98) as well as the fourth seasons of "Boardwalk Empire" (four discs, $59.99), "Portlandia" (two discs, $19.95), "Haven" (four discs, $39.98)and the third season of "Revenge" (five discs, $45.99). Three long-running shows are also available: The fifth season of NCIS: Los Angeles," the fifth season of "The Good Wife" and the 11th season of the original "NCIS" (six discs each, $64.99 each).BBC Home Entertainment is marking the 100th anniversary of World War I by releasing a number of titles, including "Churchill's First World War," "14 War Stories," "My Boy Jack," "Royal Cousins at War: The Final Blow to the Royal Houses of Europe" and "37 Days: The Road to World War I" ($20.98 each)/ BBC is also releasing the first season of "The Musketeers" (three discs, $34.98), a new take on the Dumas' classic.

Nostalgia lovers can pick up the complete series of "Welcome Back Kotter" (16 discs, $129.99). There are a number of children's titles available, including "Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy" ($19.98), "The Magic Schoolbus: Space Adventures" ($12.95), "LEGO Friends: Friends Are Forever" ($14.97), and R.L. Stine's "Mostly Ghostly: Have You Met My Ghoulfriend?" ($19.98).

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New Blu-ray titles out include "Blended" ($35.99), "The Normal Heart" ($24.99), "The Amazing Spider-man 2" ($45.99), "Jarhead 2: Field of Fire" ($34.98), "The Sacrament" ($29.98) and "The Double" ($29.98).Catalog titles include "Leviathon" ($24.97) and "Like Water for Chocolate" ($14.99).And from TV comes the third season of "Once Upon a Time" (five discs, $79.99)